Teen, Books with All the Feels

Real, Raw, and Relatable: Black Voices in Teen Fiction

Feb 28, 2026

Black History Month celebrates more than history; it honors the real stories being told right now.  We have books at DKPL by Black authors that tell authentic and relatable stories of Black teenagers.  The teens in these books are not side...

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Making and Crafting, Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Machines, Makers

3D Printed Yarn Bowls for the Nerdy Knitter

Feb 25, 2026

Keep those troublesome balls of yarn from rolling off your lap and channel your inner nerd at the same time with one of these thematic 3D printed yarn bowls: For the Dungeon Master Roll a natural 20 with your next knitting project with this simple...

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Kids, Reading

History Makers of Black History Month

Feb 24, 2026

Black History Month is celebrated every February as a way to celebrate the achievements and the history of African Americans in the United States.   This month honors many notable figures like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who fought for equal...

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Teen, Books with All the Feels

Celebrating Black Writers with the John Steptoe Award

Feb 20, 2026

Black History Month is not just about history, but a living celebration of continuing Black excellence.  This excellence in writing for children and teens is celebrated with awards like the Coretta Scott King Award and the John Steptoe Award.   ...

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Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling

Honoring Black History: Read, Reflect, Remember

Feb 19, 2026

Every February, communities across the United States celebrate Black History month: a time dedicated to honoring the achievements, contributions, and legacy of African Americans. At the library, this month is an invitation to explore powerful...

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News, Adults, Teen

February Display Case: Safe Passage

Feb 18, 2026

Our Main Lobby Display Case for February has been set up by Safe Passage.   It is the mission of Safe Passage to promote the right of all to nonviolent and abuse-free relationships through advocacy, intervention and prevention in DeKalb...

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Kids, Reading

Let’s Celebrate Ramadan!

Feb 17, 2026

“Ramadan Mubarek” and “Ramadan Kareem” are two phrases you might start hearing more often as Ramadan approaches. These are greetings during Ramadan, and mean “Have a blessed [or] generous Ramadan.”   Ramadan Kareem means Ramadan the Generous...

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Adults, Personal Enrichment, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Uncategorized

Good News for Film Fans: DKPL Has What You Want

Feb 11, 2026

Whether you're a avid reader, someone who stalks the new CD shelf, or an audiobook addict, you know that DKPL's collection is stocked to the brim with the freshest possible media! At DeKalb Public Library, our staff strives to stay on top of new...

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News, Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling

Valentine’s Day with Edgar Allan Poe

Feb 9, 2026

February is a time when we’re encouraged to focus on all things romantic. Love poems, rom-coms, candlelit dinners, and chalky little heart-shaped candies. We do love all those things, of course, but we’ve got a less conventional Valentine’s Day...

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Adults, Reading, Writing, and Storytelling, Uncategorized

Love is in the Air: Fan-Favorite Reads & Must-Attend DKPL Events

Feb 3, 2026

We’ve made it through another harsh Midwest January, and even though it's still rather chilly outside, we’re warming hearts here at DKPL! Romance novels are flying off the shelves, and our librarians have planned picture-perfect programs to help...

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